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Rhode Island HVAC License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Contractor Master (Refrigeration / Pipefitter / Sheet Metal / Fire Protection) (RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)) renews every 2 years and has a renewal fee of about $240. The Master Mechanical Contractor (RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)) renews every 2 years and has a renewal fee of about $480. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

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Contractor Master (Refrigeration / Pipefitter / Sheet Metal / Fire Protection)

Contractor Master · State license · RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 401-462-8580 option 4
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: odd-birth-year holders expire in odd-numbered years, even-birth-year holders in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date.
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Grace period
No grace period; late charges begin the day after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $240
Late fee
About $12 for each month or fraction of a month after expiration, plus the renewal fee. A $6.00 processing fee is added to online renewals.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)A license lapsed less than 2 years may be reinstated by paying all fees due plus the monthly late fee. After 2 years the license cannot be reinstated; re-examination is required.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Current workers' compensation and general liability policies of the licensed entity are submitted with the application; no dollar minimum is stated in the rules.
Reciprocity
No reciprocity set out for contractor master classes.
Notes

$240 renewal applies to each Contractor Master discipline (Pipefitter, Refrigeration, Pipefitter/Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection). Related classes: Refrigeration Master 1 and Pipefitter Master 1 $240; Master 2 classes $96; Gas Serviceman (natural or propane) $144; Oil Burner Serviceman $144; journeyperson 1 classes $72.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Master Mechanical Contractor

Master Mechanical Contractor · State license · RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 401-462-8580 option 4
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: holders born in an odd-numbered year expire on their birthday in odd-numbered years; holders born in an even-numbered year expire on their birthday in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period; late charges begin the day after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $480
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)About $12 for each month or fraction of a month after expiration, in addition to the renewal fee. A $6.00 processing fee is added to every online renewal.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)A license lapsed less than 2 years may be reinstated by paying all license fees due plus the monthly late fee. A license not renewed within 2 years of expiration cannot be reinstated and requires re-examination.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Current workers' compensation and general liability policies of the licensed entity are submitted with the application; no dollar minimum is stated in the rules.
Reciprocity
No reciprocity set out for the mechanical contractor classes.
Notes

RI has no single HVAC license: heating and cooling work is licensed through Pipefitter, Refrigeration/Air Conditioning, Sheet Metal and Fire Protection classes. The Master Mechanical Contractor license covers unlimited heating, cooling and process work. DLT licensees do not also register with the CRLB unless they contract work outside the scope of their license. Online submission does not auto-renew; DLT verifies requirements first.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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How to renew

  1. 1Check your Contractor Master (Refrigeration / Pipefitter / Sheet Metal / Fire Protection) deadline: Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: odd-birth-year holders expire in odd-numbered years, even-birth-year holders in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date.
  2. 2Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
  3. 3Renew online at https://www.ri.gov/Licensing/renewal/license.php?lic_id=35
  4. 4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $240, but fees change.
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: About $12 for each month or fraction of a month after expiration, plus the renewal fee. A $6.00 processing fee is added to online renewals.
  6. 6Check your Master Mechanical Contractor deadline: Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: holders born in an odd-numbered year expire on their birthday in odd-numbered years; holders born in an even-numbered year expire on their birthday in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date.
  7. 7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $480, but fees change.
  8. 8If you miss the deadline: About $12 for each month or fraction of a month after expiration, in addition to the renewal fee. A $6.00 processing fee is added to every online renewal.

Rhode Island HVAC renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Rhode Island HVAC license expire?

Contractor Master (Refrigeration / Pipefitter / Sheet Metal / Fire Protection): renews every 2 years. Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: odd-birth-year holders expire in odd-numbered years, even-birth-year holders in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date. Master Mechanical Contractor: renews every 2 years. Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: holders born in an odd-numbered year expire on their birthday in odd-numbered years; holders born in an even-numbered year expire on their birthday in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Rhode Island HVAC license need?

Contractor Master (Refrigeration / Pipefitter / Sheet Metal / Fire Protection): no CE required. Master Mechanical Contractor: no CE required. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Rhode Island HVAC license?

No grace period; late charges begin the day after expiration. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Rhode Island HVAC license?

Contractor Master (Refrigeration / Pipefitter / Sheet Metal / Fire Protection): About $240. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Rhode Island HVAC license expires?

About $12 for each month or fraction of a month after expiration, plus the renewal fee. A $6.00 processing fee is added to online renewals. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Rhode Island accept HVAC licenses from other states?

No reciprocity set out for contractor master classes. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

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Spot something out of date?

Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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